The Scotland national team is governed by the Scottish Football Association (SFA), founded in 1873 — the second-oldest football association in the world after England's, with whom they played the very first official international match in history in 1872.

Team Evolution

Despite nine World Cup appearances, Scotland have never advanced past the group stage, a historic paradox for one of football's founding nations, backed by one of the most passionate fan bases in Europe.

Great Managers

Steve Clarke now leads Scotland, in a rebuilding phase aimed at ending decades of World Cup frustration.

Iconic Players

Kenny Dalglish, Scotland's all-time top scorer, tied with Denis Law, remains a legend of the national game. Andrew Robertson, the current captain, now carries that legacy forward.

Major Achievements

Scotland have never advanced past the group stage of the World Cup in nine appearances. At the 2026 edition, they were eliminated in the group stage, despite a win over Haiti (1-0), followed by losses to Morocco (0-1) and Brazil (0-3).

The Team Today

Under Steve Clarke, Scotland rank among the historic nations of the European continent in the FIFA World Ranking.

Overall record

Current losing streak: 2 matches

Based on the last 15 matches played

Clean sheets

-1

Home

Away

Biggest win

Bolivia✈️

4–0

Worst defeat

Brazil🏠

0–3

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FIFA World Cup 2026

Nagelsmann, Koeman, Bielsa... the coaches' blacklist keeps growing

Following their teams' elimination from the 2026 World Cup, more than a dozen coaches have left their jobs, through resignations and dismissals, an unprecedented wave affecting names like Nagelsmann, Koeman, Bielsa and Roberto Martínez.

July 8, 2026

FIFA World Cup 2026

Saibari's 71-second stunner fires Morocco past Scotland 1-0 to top Group C

Ismael Saibari scored the fastest goal of the 2026 World Cup after just 71 seconds to fire Morocco past Scotland 1-0 in Boston, putting the Atlas Lions top of Group C with 4 points.

June 25, 2026

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National Teams

Morocco March Towards the Last 16: Composed Draws and Gritty Wins Define Atlas Lions Campaign

Morocco continue their impressive World Cup 2026 campaign with 4 points — a heroic draw against Brazil and a tight win over Scotland have the Atlas Lions on course for the Round of 16.

June 22, 2026

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National Teams

Scotland 0-1 Morocco: Atlas Lions Grind Out Vital Win to Near-Clinch Last 16 Spot

A hard-earned 1-0 victory over Scotland takes Morocco to four points and leaves them on the brink of confirming their place in the Round of 16 at the 2026 World Cup.

June 20, 2026

Frequently asked questions

When is Scotland's next match?+

No upcoming match is currently scheduled.

What is Scotland's current standing?+

Scotland are currently 3 in World Cup 2026 with 3 points.

Has Scotland ever advanced past the World Cup group stage?+

No, never, despite nine appearances.

Who is Scotland's captain?+

Andrew Robertson, the team's current captain.

How did Scotland's 2026 World Cup end?+

They were eliminated in the group stage.

Who is Scotland's current head coach?+

Steve Clarke.

When was the Scottish Football Association founded?+

The SFA was founded in 1873, the second-oldest in the world.

Scotland

Season Statistics

Form (last 5)

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Full Squad

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History of the Scotland national team

Founding and Early Years